The San Francisco Zoo closed its African and South American aviaries as a precaution against bird flu after finding an infected wild hawk on its property.

The Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park has renovated its Pagoda Plaza, incorporating a new design that includes two pathways, historical stones, and 60-year-old pines, enhancing this San Francisco cultural site.

Mayor London Breed announced a plan to transform Embarcadero Plaza into a vibrant park in downtown San Francisco in collaboration with BXP Inc. and the Downtown SF Partnership.

The Ninth and Lincoln entrance of Golden Gate Park in San Francisco has been upgraded with new plazas, landscaping, and safety features, enhancing the gateway to the park.

California's commercial Dungeness crab season start has been postponed until at least December 1 to protect migrating humpback whales, while recreational crabbing begins November 2 with restrictions.

San Francisco Mayor London Breed celebrated the opening of Bayfront Park, a new green space in Mission Bay, designed for climate resilience and community enjoyment.

San Francisco opens its most expensive city-owned park, offering amenities like rowboats and performances, with an emphasis on community connection and historical significance.

Crissy Field reports increased coyote aggression towards off-leash dogs, with GGNRA advising caution and interventions like signage and hazing practices.

Tourist spending in California's 28 national parks generated $3.2 billion in 2023, supporting nearly 40,000 jobs and contributing $5.1 billion to the state economy.

Castro Street will soon have six fewer palm trees after the San Francisco Department of Public Works held a hearing on removing them last week.

Golden Gate Park's Middle Lake has undergone an environmental revival, increasing its size and enhancing local wildlife habitats, with new trails and amenities for visitors.

San Francisco's Embarcadero Plaza is slated for redevelopment, potentially turning it into a park with lawns, kiosks, and art, with multiple stakeholders involved in the planning.

A five-year-old girl was bitten by a coyote at the San Francisco Botanical Garden, prompting a swift response that resulted in three coyotes being euthanized. The reaction has sparked controversy among local naturalists.